Product Assurance Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Electrical/Electromechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team in the space electronics sector. This role involves supporting engineering and procurement processes for space missions while ensuring high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in Product Assurance and a background in Electronics or Mechanical Engineering. With a focus on collaboration and problem-solving, this position offers a chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a vibrant work environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible working hours, and a supportive company culture that values professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Electric car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket discounts

Free on-site parking

Life assurance

Professional development support

Flexible working hours

Friendly company culture

Football pitch

Qualifications

• Experience in Product Assurance or Quality Assurance in Engineering.
• Background in designing electro-mechanical parts and systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer satisfaction through effective project planning and quality control.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for product non-conformance.
• Support the selection and procurement of EEE components.

Skills

Product Assurance

Quality Assurance

Electromechanical Design

Project Planning

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Opportunity: Electrical/Electromechanical Engineer in Space Electronics

Our client, a global leader in space imaging electronics development for space agencies worldwide, is seeking an Engineer with expertise in Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) parts to support engineering, procurement, and project documentation processes for space missions. Previous Product Assurance experience is desirable; however, applications from Engineers with backgrounds in Electronics Engineering, QA Engineering, or Hardware Design Engineering are welcome.

Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure customer satisfaction through effective project planning, execution, and quality control.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate design and manufacturing quality risks.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions for product non-conformance.
• Support the selection, procurement, and approval of EEE components and materials.
• Generate and review key project documentation such as PADs, DCLs, QSLs, and reliability reports.
• Manage declared components and materials in ESA/Eclipse databases.
• Support or lead Parts Control Boards and Non-Conformance Review Boards (NRBs).
• Contribute to RAMS activities in line with ESA standards (e.g., FMEA, FMECA, WCA).
• Collaborate with internal teams and customers to meet quality expectations.
• Provide global support, including training and on-site engagement.
• Embrace flexibility and creative problem-solving to support business growth and transformation.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience in Product Assurance / Quality Assurance, as an Engineer or in a related Engineering role.
• Industry experience in Space, Aerospace, Defence, Electronics, or Semiconductors.
• Background in designing and producing electro-mechanical parts and systems, including electronics and software (advantageous).
• Knowledge of high-reliability parts and materials.
• Degree or HNC/HND in Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.
• Additional benefits include competitive salary, a superb campus environment, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and various schemes such as electric car, cycle to work, and season ticket discounts.
• Other amenities include free on-site parking, secure motorcycle/bicycle areas, life assurance, a football pitch, flexible working hours, professional development support, and a friendly company culture.

Key keywords: Product Assurance Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Electronic Engineer, Design Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, RAMS, Electro-mechanical.